I don't get how the 2er looks "cute"? Maybe it's the shorter length, but IMO, it reminds me of the E46 3-series coupe:
http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi..._TiAg_Side.jpg
Notice how long the 4-series has gotten? I don't think it makes the 4-series look bad or anything, but it's starting to remind me more of the 6-series design aesthetic.
The front end on the M235i is aggressive as hell! Look at the deep V angle of the headlights and grill. Check out the aero on the lower part of the front end. It's more aggressive than the aero on an E92 M3. If you think that's not an aggressive looking car, then you had your mind made up before you looked at it. Some people just won't be able to get over the fact that this is the "entry level" bimmer, but that's their loss.